Peterbilt has just started production of their newest engine, the 12.9 liter MX engine and the Peterbilt trucks are now being constructed with this new engine.
According to eTrucker.com’s article, “Peterbilt ramps up training for new MX,” the motor is as such:
“The inline six-cylinder MX produces 1,750 lb. ft. peak torque and 380 to 485 horsepower. Among its features are compacted graphite iron engine block, integrated engine brake, a rear engine gear train, variable geometry turbo and a unit pump injection system.”
Kelly Bender, Peterbilt’s training manager, explained that the MX is designed to minimize downtime and only needs oil and oil filter changes every 40,000 with valve maintenance only needed every 160,000 miles. This new motor is available in Peterbilt Models, 587, 388, 386, 384, 367, and 365. As the only commercial diesel engine using compacted graphite iron (CGI) in both cylinder block and head, they have 75% more strength and it is 20% lighter than those engines of gray iron. The PACCAR MX commercial engine more than meets EPA 2010 diesel engine emissions regulations through their Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) and Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR).
Peterbilt has had over 50 years of expertise in development and manufacturing and they are very proud of the new PACCAR MX. Bill Jackson, Peterbilt’s General Manager and PACCAR Vice President stated: “The PACCAR MX takes our trucks to the next level of integration and optimization and the high degree of performance is synonymous with the Class and quality the industry has come to expect from Peterbilt.”
Peterbilt Motors Company is a global company out of Denton, Texas and takes pride in their quality as well as innovative ideas. They have over 250 dealerships in the nation. For more information, call 1-800-4-Peterbilt or visit their online site at www.peterbilt.com.
http://www.etrucker.com/apps/news/article.asp?id=85734
http://www.peterbilt.com/newsdetails.aspx?id=282
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